Don’t Suffer The Summer In Jeans – This Is The Comfortable Alternative Everyone’s Wearing

A classic pair of straight-leg jeans is the cornerstone in any well dressed woman's roster, and Arket's is as comfortable as it gets. Made from slightly rigid denim, this drawstring pair will only get softer with every wear. The mid-rise waist is easy to style while the straight fit offers a streamlined silhouette that'll work well with everything from tank tops to button-downs.

Abercrombie & Fitch has long excelled at offering trendy styles in a wide range of sizes, making it our first port of call for inclusive and stylish jeans. This low-rise baggy pair boasts a contemporary aesthetic with its drawstring tie waist and medium blue wash. Designed to be your new everyday pair, the jeans are also available in a curve love version for plus size bodies.

As relaxed and carefree as it gets, these high-waisted drawstring jeans from Zara come with seam detailing down the front and a hint of a barrel leg silhouette. The dark wash also adds a polished finish to the simple pair. Partner them with your best dark wash denim jacket for a casual take on double denim this summer.

The cowboy aesthetic continues to reign spurs, and consequently so do horseshoe jeans. These soft mid-rise jeans from Gap are cut for a subtly flared-out shape with an elasticated waist and seam detailing at the knee. Pair them with your best white T-shirt and elevated flip flops to see you through the rest of summer.

While & Other Stories is best known for its spring dresses and sleek knitwear, its denim offering is certainly not to be overlooked. Case in point, this wide-leg pair is sleek and versatile thanks to its indigo blue wash and billowy fit. If you're looking for an elegant look, pair it with the matching kimono style wrap shirt or with a striped shirt and blazer to work.

Beloved by Grazia editors, trust Levi's to deliver a versatile spin on the trend. Available in seven colourways and four leg lengths, this straight-leg pair is ideal for every sartorial taste and body type. While the exaggerated straight-cut leans into Y2K, the tie-belt detail adds to the laid-back look. Style with everything from a sleek T-shirt or a crisp white shirt to a floral jumper.

The quintessential blue jeans get a loungewear makeover courtesy of Kate Middleton's favourite high-street brand ME+EM. With a wide-leg silhouette, ultra-soft cotton-blend construction and worn-in feel, this comfortable drawstring pair has all the makings of jeans you'll be wearing forever. Plus, they're on sale so there's really no excuse to miss out on these.

If you're looking for an investment pair to add to your roster, 7 For All Mankind has long been a fashion-insider staple for quality denim. Made from a lyocell-blend which promises a stretchy and comfortable fit, they're shaped to a slouchy straight fit and come with pleated details as well as a contrasting white drawstring at the waist. Ticking off every trend box for SS25, they're the perfect piece to incorporate into your daily rotation.

Trust Damson Madder to put a feminine spin on jeans with this all-over bow-print style. Expertly cut for a barrel-leg fit and ethically crafted from recycled cotton, these jeans are the whole outfit. Wear with a pared-back top and side sandals or lean into the dainty aesthetic with ballet flats and a white boho blouse.

Crafted from organic cotton-blend denim in an ever-stylish barrel-leg silhouette, these drawstring jeans prove COS' expertise in offering good denim. Designed with comfort in mind, they feature off-centre seams for a voluminous shape and an elasticated waist while the dark blue wash adds a refined finish. Trust us, your spring-to-autumn transition will be easier in this relaxed pair.

Rag & Bone's sweatpants jeans boast a cult TikTok following, so of course, the brand knows its way around comfortable denim. The straight-leg Phoebe jeans offer a bit more structure than sweatpants usually do and come with a flattering mid-rise fit. Complete with an embroidered logo at the back and a whiskered and faded live-in finish, they're a designer favourite.

Double down on the streetwear edge with this cargo take on the drawstring denim trend. With an elasticated waist and hem completed with multiple functional pockets, this high-rise pair is rendered in a striking grey hue that'll work so well with your faded band tees and tank tops for a weekend look.

Not only are white jeans ideal for the summer due to their ability to reflect the sunlight and keep you cool, they also look a little more dressed up than regular blue denim. These Free People jeans have all the trappings of a pair you'll wear forever: from the mid-rise slouchy fit to the pill-on deign with a corded drawstring and roomy patch pockets. Simply add a graphic T-shirt and colourful suede trainers for immaculate summer vibes.

With a clean-cut tapered design and elasticated waist, New Look's drawstring trousers are perhaps one of the most comfortable on the high street. If the flattering fit isn't enough to convince you, the fact that they come with an appealing £26.99 price-tag sure will. Roll up the hems if you're wearing them with flats to create a trendy cuffed style.